A few big-name quarterbacks and tight ends are questionable to play in Week 3. Drew Brees, Jay Cutler, Ladarius Green, Jason Witten, Dwayne Allen, Delanie Walker, and Jordan Cameron are all dealing with injuries and may not play, or have already been told they won't play.

Can Drew Brees fight through his shoulder injury and be ready to go in Week 3? Will Jay Cutler be inactive? We'll answer those questions and more.

Will Drew Brees play in Week 3 against the Panthers?

Update: No, he won't. Coach Payton said Friday afternoon that Brees is listed as out for Sunday's game against Carolina. Luke McCown draws the start.

Brees surprisingly injured his shoulder in Week 2, and has been limited in practice leading up to his Week 3 game against Carolina. The Saints need Brees out there to improve on their 0-2 start, but there's a real chance he could be inactive.

On Friday, Brees was still unsure about his playing status. ESPN reported the Saints QB is talking with Saints coach Sean Payton and that ultimately, Payton will have the final say. It's worth noting that in 10 years with the Saints, Brees has never missed a regular-season game.

It sounds like this decision will come down to the wire. If Brees can't go, Luke McCown will take over and he's not worth considering as a fantasy option.

Jay Cutler officially out for Week 3

Cutler missed a lot of Week 2's game after injuring his hamstring and he's officially been ruled out for Week 3. It's not clear when Cutler will be able to play again, but for the time being, Jimmy Clausen gets the start for Chicago.

Will Jason Witten be active in Week 3?

Witten hasn't missed a game for the Cowboys since 2006, so the odds are in his favor that he'll play Sunday. There's been a lot reported about Witten's injuries (ankles, knee), but the indication is that he'll play. Witten told reporters he felt "confident" he'll play and he's been a limited participant in practice this week.

Walker: The Titans tight end was inactive in Week 2, but has been a full participant in practices so far this week. He's listed as probable for Week 3, which is a good sign that he'll be ready to play.

Cameron: The Dolphins tight end is listed as questionable for Week 3 with a groin injury. He missed practice on Wednesday, but returned Thursday. He's expected to suit up Sunday.